I Never Knew That About Scotland

Author: Christopher Winn

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  • : 34.99 NZD
  • : 9780091910242
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  • : March 2007
  • : 209mm X 142mm X 27mm
  • : United Kingdom
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Barcode 9780091910242
9780091910242

Description

Bestselling author, Christopher Winn takes us on the ultimate journey around Scotland. Travelling county by county, this irresistible miscellany unearths the enthralling stories, firsts, birthplaces, legends and inventions that shape the country's rich and majestic history. To uncover the spellbinding tales that lie hidden within Scotland's wild and romantic shores, to experience what inspired the country's powerful literature and towering castles, and to tread in the footsteps of her villians and victors, is to capture the spirit of this fascinating country and bring every place you visit to life. You will discover the story of the original 'sweetheart', John Balliol, whose embalmed heart is buried beside his devoted wife, Devorgilla at Sweetheart Abbey in Kirkcudbrightshire. In Aberdeen, you will find the only granite cathedral in the world. And, you will hear the haunting echo of the Bear Gates of Traquair House in Peeblesshire were slammed shut when Bonnie Prince Charlie left Scotland in 1746 - legend has it that they will never be re-opened until a Stuart King once more sits on the throne.

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A fascinating miscellany of good stories and entertaining facts about Scotland, in bestselling format

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"There's stuff in here that would have taken St. Patrick aback..." -- Terry Wogan

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